Pharmacy Technician Apprentice

Pharmacy Technician Student At Memorial Healthcare System (MHS), our ever-growing pharmacy career options present unlimited opportunities to individuals passionate about advancing pharmacy practice. As a nationally recognized and respected leader for providing "A-rated" patient care and safety, MHS prides itself on being able to grow and adapt to the rapidly evolving needs of our community and healthcare industry. This position is a hands-on learning experience with the pharmacy staff as well as other teams within Memorial. The position consists of learning all the tasks associated with the pharmacy technician scope of practice. The Pharmacy Technician Student position requires enrollment and participation in the Florida Board of Pharmacy approved Technician Employer Training Program. In order to apply for this position, you will need to attach the following: Recommendation Letter, Cover Letter, Resume and High School Diploma or higher. Responsibilities: Maintains and supports medication distribution systems and distribution channels, including automated dispensing cabinets, code carts, trays and kits. Process medication charges/credits when applicable. Performs prescription data entry in pharmacy system when applicable. Responsible for assisting with orientation and training of new pharmacy technicians and students. Prepares non-sterile compounded medications, including hazardous medications and cross trains in more advance functions when deem appropriate. Prepares, fills, receives, delivers, stocks and restocks medication inventory and supplies for the pharmacy department and drug storage areas. Repackages bulk medications. Completes other responsibilities as assigned in support of pharmacy operations and within the pharmacy technician scope of practice. Assists with customer service and patient needs, including answering telephones, managing work queues and completing medication histories. Competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY, AUTOMATED DISPENSING SYSTEMS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DISPENSING OF MEDICATION, MEDICATION FILLS, MEDICATION SAFETY - TECH, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Education and Certification Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL) Additional Job Information: Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work well with others in a team with minimal supervision. Demonstrate the ability to respond positively in a stressful environment and meet the physical demands of the department. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Complete the Pharmacy Technician Employer Training Program and obtain registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of Florida within 6 months of starting the program. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Bending and Stooping = 80% Climbing = 40% Keyboard Entry = 80% Kneeling = 40% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 100% Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 100% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Reaching = 80% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 60% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80% Running = 60% Sitting = 80% Squatting = 80% Standing = 80% Walking = 80% Audible Speech = 80% Hearing Acuity = 80% Smelling Acuity = 60% Taste Discrimination = 40% Depth Perception = 80% Distinguish Color = 80% Seeing - Far = 80% Seeing - Near = 80% Bio hazardous Waste = 40% Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40% Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 40% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 80% Dust = 80% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60% Hazardous Chemicals = 80% Hazardous Medication = 80% Latex = 80% Computer Monitor = 80% Domestic Animals = 40% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 40% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 60% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Magnetic Fields = 60% Moving Mechanical Parts = 80% Needles/Sharp Objects = 80% Potential Electric Shock = 40% Potential for Physical Assault = 0% Radiation = 0% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%